Kedleston Hall
Thirty years of projects
Kedleston Hall is managed by the National Trust and is one of the earliest and greatest works of Robert Adam. Nick Cox has worked for the Trust at Kedleston Hall since 1994, carrying out condition surveys and complex repairs (including reroofing).Â
The Marble Hall
The ornate Robert Adam 1760s stone floor is one of the most significant in the care of the National Trust. Following signs of deterioration, Nick Cox Architects were appointed to manage a long-running investigation, which included dynamic load testing and surveys to determine the cause of movement in the floor and access to determine the cause of water ingress. Â
As much as necessary, but as little as possible
Following investigations, the visitor route was moved from the centre of the existing floor, preventing the need for a large and expensive repair project. Â At roof level, the three oval lanterns were repaired with bespoke bronze glazing bar extensions and new laminated UV filters added, solving the long-term leaks.Â
Maintaining safe access
Three of the grand historic cantilever staircases had serious cracks. Archive research, analysis of operational use and their structural performance were considered prior to recommending targeted masonry and resin interventions to support them where necessary. The result is minimally visible, maintaining the historic fabric of the staircase while ensuring they are safe to use for staff and visitors.Â
